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topicnews · August 26, 2024

Several emergency services involved in the fire in Wappingers Falls

Several emergency services involved in the fire in Wappingers Falls

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After a major fire that destroyed several storage units in Wappingers Falls, Route 9 was reopened in both directions.

The New Hackensack Fire Company responded to a fire at the Prime Storage facility shortly before 2 p.m. Sunday.

As of 3:45 p.m., Route 9 was closed in both directions between New Hackensack Road and North Mesier Avenue as firefighters battled the fire. Residents were advised to avoid the area.

By 5:30 p.m. Sunday, the fire was extinguished, but firefighters remained on scene for an extended period to investigate the cause of the incident and its origin. Route 9 southbound was reopened at that time, but Route 9 northbound remained closed.

By 9:00 p.m. Sunday evening, Route 9 was reopened in both directions and firefighting operations at the scene were completed.

Wappingers Town Supervisor Joseph D. Cavaccini said in a Facebook post Sunday evening: “This incident, which remains under investigation, underscores the urgent need for continued vigilance and security measures regarding goods stored in our community’s storage units.”

“Our thoughts are with all those affected and we would like to express our deepest thanks to everyone who responded with such professionalism and commitment.”

Responders assisting the New Hackensack Fire Company, the lead agency, on scene include Hughsonville, Village of Wappingers Falls, New Hamburg, Chelsea, East Fishkill, Lagrange, Arlington, City of Poughkeepsie, Village of Fishkill, Rombout, Town of Wappinger EMS (Empress), Dutchess County Sheriff’s Office, New York State Police, Dutchess County 911 Communications Center, Dutchess County Fire Investigation Division, Town of Wappinger Highway and Town of Wappinger Codes.

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